Night Face Cream

Full ingredient list, decoded

41 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

1. 1AquaAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
2. 2GlycerinGlycerin is a clear, thick, odorless liquid that pulls water into the skin and helps…
3. 3Isopropyl PalmitateIsopropyl Palmitate is a light, clear oil made from palmitic acid and isopropyl…
4. 4Cetyl AlcoholCetyl Alcohol is a waxy fatty alcohol that softens skin and helps creams and lotions…
5. 5Cetearyl Olivate
6. 6Sorbitan OlivateSorbitan Olivate is a plant-derived emulsifier made from sorbitol and olive oil fatty…
7. 7Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
8. 8ArginineArginine is an amino acid, one of the natural building blocks of proteins. In hair…
9. 9Carnosine
10. 10Alanine
11. 11SerineSerine is an amino acid, a small building block of proteins, that helps attract and…
12. 12Threonine
13. 13Lysine Hydrochloride
14. 14Tropolone
15. 15ProlineProline is an amino acid, a building block of protein. In skincare and haircare it…
16. 16Maltose
17. 17AllantoinAllantoin is a white crystalline powder that soothes and softens skin and is widely…
18. 18GlycineGlycine is the simplest amino acid, a small protein building block that helps balance…
19. 19Pentylene GlycolPentylene Glycol is a small, multi-tasking liquid that attracts water to the skin and…
20. 20EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
21. 21Sodium HyaluronateHyaluronic acid is a sugar-based molecule, naturally found in skin, that holds a lot of…
22. 221,2-Hexanediol1,2-Hexanediol is a small, clear liquid that acts as a solvent, a humectant and a…
23. 23Fructose
24. 24UreaUrea is a naturally occurring compound that your skin also makes, and it is a common…
25. 25BetaineBetaine is a naturally occurring, gentle compound that attracts and holds water, mainly…
26. 26GlucoseGlucose is a simple sugar, usually made from corn or other starches. In skincare it…
27. 27TrehaloseA plant-derived sugar, made of two glucose units, that holds water and helps keep…
28. 28Glutamic AcidGlutamic Acid is an amino acid that occurs naturally in the body and in skin. In…
29. 29PCA
30. 30Sodium PCASodium PCA is a salt that helps skin and hair hold water. It is a humectant, meaning it…
31. 31Sodium LactateSodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid, a mild alpha hydroxy acid. It mainly…
32. 32Palmitic AcidPalmitic Acid is a natural fatty acid found in palm oil, shea butter and animal fats.…
33. 33Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
34. 34DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
35. 35Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6
36. 36Sodium ChlorideA simple mineral salt, made of sodium and chloride, used mainly to adjust thickness and…
37. 37t-Butyl Alcohol
38. 38Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
39. 39Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
40. 40TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
41. 41ParfumAroma is a label term for a scent blend added to a product to give it a pleasant smell.Fragrance

Source: Neutrogena Hydro Boost product page, www.neutrogena.co.uk/skincare/moisturisers/hydro-boost-sleeping-cream, retrieved November 5, 2026.

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